THE MARCHING BAND COLOR GUARD


​Participation in the Mt. Spokane Wildcat Marching Band Color Guard is optional and is for anyone, regardless of dance team class enrollment. The color guard is the non-instrument section of our marching band, adding visual elements to the performance using dance, props, and equipment like flags, rifles, and sabers to interpret the music and enhance the show. 
​- AUGUST   to   NOVEMBER -
​​Marching Band season begins with Band Camp from 9-4pm for the first three weeks of August. Color Guard is not a class during the day, but an extra-curricular activity, and September will bring 3-6pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 9-4pm Saturday rehearsals, as well as attendance for football game half-time shows. October is the competition season, with almost every weekend at an event. The Season will finish with a banquet and awards in November. All dates can be found in the "Calendar" tab.

BAND CAMP

 During the Wildcat Marching Band Camp in August, color guard will memorize show choreography, as well as learn the basics of field marching and using their props.

COMPETITION SEASON

Marching Competition Season include most to all weekends in the month of October. Itineraries involving our competition trips throughout the season will be posted in the BAND app, see the "Social Media" tab.
Marching Band and Color Guard Packet:
mshs_marching_band_packet.pdf
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Marching Band / Color Guard Handbook:
mt._spokane_wildcat_band_and_color_guard_handbook.pdf
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WILDCAT COLOR GUARD FAQ:
What will I need for band camp and practices? 
- Your proper equipment - flags, rifles, sabres, etc.
- lunch
- Athletic shoes/socks and comfortable weather appropriate clothing 
- WATER
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to shade your face
- Your Dot-Sheet and Lanyard provided on the first day of learning drill
- A ready-to-work attitude 

What do I need to bring to football games?
- Your prop equipment - flags, rifles, sabres, etc.
- Your costume and make-up
- A jacket, blanket, hat, gloves, etc - it gets cold when the sun goes down
- A ready-to-perform attitude 

How do I know if we are still having an after school rehearsal? 
Please come prepared to school every Tuesday and Thursday as if we are having practice. Even if it is raining, still expect to be going outside for rehearsing. Occasionally, other weather factors can prevent us from being outside such as lightning and poor air quality. Always check the BAND app for last minute updates.​

MARCHING COMPETITION INFORMATION

Below are links to the Marching Competition websites for your convenience.
​There, you may find directions to show sites, ticket pricing, competition line-ups, show results, and more. ​

FINAL FORMS

All Color Guard Students need to register for participation in performing arts activities through FinalForms